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1956119 minDrama, History, War

The Battle of the River Plate

Is The Battle of the River Plate a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Battle of the River Plate worth watching? With a rating of 6.3/10, this Drama, History, War film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Battle of the River Plate Synopsis

In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.

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John Gregson
John GregsonCaptain Bell - H.M.S. Exeter
Anthony Quayle
Anthony QuayleCommodore Harwood - H.M.S. Ajax
Ian Hunter
Ian HunterCaptain Woodhouse - H.M.S. Ajax
Jack Gwillim
Jack GwillimCaptain Parry - H.M.N. Z. S. Achilles
Bernard Lee
Bernard LeeCaptain Dove - M.S. Africa Shell
Lionel Murton
Lionel MurtonMike Fowler
Anthony Bushell
Anthony BushellSir Millington Drake, British Minister, Montevideo
Peter Illing
Peter IllingDr. Guani, Foreign Minister, Uruguay
Michael Goodliffe
Michael GoodliffeCaptain McCall, R.N., British Naval Attache, Buenos Aires
Patrick Macnee
Patrick MacneeLieutenant Commander Medley, R.N.

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Is The Battle of the River Plate worth watching?

The Battle of the River Plate has received mixed reviews with a 6.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, History, War movies.

Is The Battle of the River Plate hit or flop?

The Battle of the River Plate has received average ratings (6.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Battle of the River Plate?

The Battle of the River Plate is a Drama, History, War movie that In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Is...

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